Of all the pains that life can hand us, arguable the most searing is the death of a child. A parent’s world irrevocably and horrifically changes forever. As Jesus joined his distraught disciples on the road to Emmaus after his crucifixion, we ask him to join us as we struggle through this horrendous journey of grief daily.
To meet the spiritual needs of Catholic parents whose children of any age have died by any cause – no matter how long ago – the Diocese of Richmond now offers the Emmaus Ministry for Grieving Parents. A unique, faith-based program providing spiritual retreats for grieving parents offered by grieving parents, Emmaus Ministry offers a safe place where you can find peace, comfort, and hope.
Join us in a warm and loving environment with others who know something of your pain.
Mark your calendars now for this annual event! Location and speaker information will be available soon.
The Diocese of Richmond is hosting another diocesan-wide Catholic Women’s Conference! This is a one-day conference for all women over 18 to come together for a day of fellowship, prayer, and learning.
World Youth Day is an unbelievable week-long spiritual journey where pilgrims from all over the world unite to share their faith. The week includes prayer, song, concerts, drama, sharing, liturgy, catechesis, and an unforgettable vigil and closing Mass with the Holy Father, Pope Francis. In 1984, Pope John Paul II invited young people from all over the world to participate in a pilgrimage at the very first World Youth Day. Since then they have been held in Argentina, Spain, Poland, US, Philippines, France, Italy, Canada, Germany, Australia, Madrid, Brazil, and Poland.
Mark your calendars now for this annual event! Speaker information and more details will be available soon.
The Diocese of Richmond is hosting another diocesan-wide Catholic Men’s Conference! This is a one-day conference for all men over 18 to come together for a day of fellowship, prayer, and learning.
Mark your calendars now for this annual event! Location and speaker information will be available soon.
The Diocese of Richmond is hosting another diocesan-wide Catholic Women’s Conference! This is a one-day conference for all women over 18 to come together for a day of fellowship, prayer, and learning.
*For the safety of all individuals, Men’s Conference has been cancelled.
For any questions or concerns please contact Center for Marriage, Family, and Life:
(804)622-5109 or [email protected]